Manager Complex Safety - Wilkesboro, NC

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Complex Safety Manager to provide safety leadership and strategic direction across the Wilkesboro complex.

You will partner with site management to drive continuous safety improvements, develop a proactive safety strategy, and foster a strong safety culture that aligns with Tyson Foods’ policies and regulatory requirements. The role requires directing safety programs, leading OSHA compliance efforts, and facilitating training and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience in general safety with 3+ years in progressive safety roles.
• Ability to travel up to 40% and manage field safety activities.

Responsibilities

• Directs the safety programs for the site.
• Lead OSHA compliance and ergonomic program initiatives.
• Inspect equipment and working conditions for OSHA compliance.
• Maintain OSHA files and support documents; accompany inspectors.
• Analyze accident statistics and implement preventive measures.
• Train staff on safety policies, procedures and PPE usage.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Hazmat knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

OSHA regulations

Job description

Job Details

Summary

The Complex Safety Manager will provide Safety leadership and strategic direction by leading the complex in continuous safety improvement efforts. As an integral member of the Plant Management Team, the Complex Safety Manager will support and advise site management with regard to the Safety Management system. Formulate a proactive, local Safety strategy that drives the processing facility and live operations to become sustainable, healthy and safe operationally. Participate in developing a vision for Safety, which includes continual enhancement of established programs and consistent implementation of new programs within a team environment. The successful candidate will be involved in the effort to eliminate, prevent, or reduce the occurrence of safety, health and medical issues. The candidate will also facilitate the development and maintenance of behaviors, attitudes and a safety culture that supports the goals and behaviors and actions of Tyson Foods. The Complex Safety Manager will act as a change agent to accelerate best practice sharing within the complex (both processing facility and live operations). Serve as the sites representative for Health and Safety.

• Directs the safety programs for the site
• Recommends the design and implementation of new programs to minimize company losses due to accidents
• Measures effectiveness of programs
• Lead the compliance with OSHA regulations and OSHA/Tyson Foods Ergonomic program
• Inspect machinery, equipment and working conditions to ensure compliance with OSHA
• Maintain OSHA file and support documents
• Accompanies OSHA inspector on any complex inspections
• Regularly inspects and reviews plant and live operations to assure compliance of all permits, operation and equipment with state and federal regulations
• Reports any potential violations and recommends corrections as needed
• Analyzes accident statistics to establish necessary precautions and changes needed for plant safety
• Communicates safety policy and procedure changes to management personnel
• Responsible for ensuring that all health & safety policies, procedures and practices are reviewed on an annual basis, or as changes and updates are required by practices or regulation, and are rolled-out in a timely manner
• Conducts safety inspections and procedural audits in the field and have the skills, knowledge and ability to take immediate corrective action if required
• Reviews all safety areas to review policies, determine causes, identify corrective actions and conducts training in areas, such as, ergonomics, emergency response team, lockout/tag out, hazard communication, and personal protective equipment
• Investigates all safety related incidents, reviews incident reports and completes necessary reports for insurance carrier, risk management system and corporate safety office

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Requirements

Education

Broad knowledge in general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelors degree or equivalent in an academic field directly related and essential to the position

Experience

5+ years of experience with 3+ years progressive experience in general safety and in working with fire protection equipment, Hazmat Response, Department of Transportation; prior safety management experience

Computer Skills

Standard computer skills

Communication Skills

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Special Skills

Strong knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA, hazard communications, ergonomics, accident investigation and safety training methods); Knowledgeable about industry best practice regarding safety and environmental approaches with PSM & RMP safety practices; Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Travel

Ability to travel up to 40%.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

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